Interfaith prayer vigil held at Manchester Cathedral
First published on: 8th November 2023A silent interfaith prayer vigil was held at Manchester Cathedral to hold the people of Israel and Palestine in our hearts and before God.
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Safeguarding Sunday: 19th November
First published on: 7th November 2023Safeguarding Sunday is taking place on Sunday 19th November 2023, and churches in the diocese are encouraged to use their regular Sunday service to explore together what safer places look like, and to thank all those working behind the scenes to make our churches safer for all.
Area Dean of Bury and Rossendale announced
First published on: 3rd November 2023We are delighted to announce the appointment of the Rev’d Canon Donna Williams as Area Dean of Bury and Rossendale.
Man Dio Growing Faith commissioning service
First published on: 2nd November 2023On Tuesday evening, the Man Dio Growing Faith team were commissioned by Bishop Mark Davies at Manchester Cathedral during a special Evensong service.
Mission Community gathers for shared vision day
First published on: 31st October 2023Bolton North and East Mission Community brought members of its parishes together this weekend at St Andrew’s Church, Bromley Cross
Ramsbottom and Tottington mission community walk together
First published on: 30th October 2023Members of churches in the Ramsbottom and Tottington area had been looking for ways to get to know others worshipping within their Mission Community.
Annual Schools Conference meets at The Manchester Monastery
First published on: 25th October 2023On Friday 20 October, the Manchester Diocese Board of Education hosted their annual schools conference at the Manchester Monastery.
Preparing for Advent with Follow the Star: Join the Song
First published on: 25th October 2023This year’s Christmas theme from the Church of England – Follow the Star: Join the Song – highlights how singing can help us draw closer to God and each other through the journey from Advent to Epiphany.
Art opens doors in Royton!
First published on: 20th October 2023St Anne’s Royton wanted to make the most of the incredible opportunity of hosting the Welsh artist, Jez Thomas’ touring Art Exhibition, The Human One and worked hard to encourage as many people to visit as possible.
Diocesan Synod meets at St John's House
First published on: 19th October 2023Last Saturday’s meeting of Diocesan Synod took time to consider our route to Net Zero, our Racial Justice strategy, progress with our Transforming Prayer Community and the Annual Report of the Diocesan Board for Education.
